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Always hold
flag carefully -- never let it touch anything beneath it.
Always keep flag aloft and free -- never carry it flat or horizontally.
Always keep flag clean and safe -- never let it become torn, soiled or damaged.
Did you know: U.S. flag was adopted on June 14, 1777, and is fourth oldest national flag in world.
Join me in flying our national flag on next flag holiday: Labor Day, September 6.
The Soldier author unknown
It is soldier, not reporter, who has given us freedom of press.
It is soldier, not poet, who has given us freedom of speech.
It is soldier, not campus organizer, who has given us freedom to demonstrate.
It is soldier, not lawyer, who has given us right to a fair trial.
It is soldier, who salutes flag, who serves under flag, and whose coffin is draped by flag, who allows protester to disrespect flag.
Cyndi Roberts is the editor of the "1 Frugal Friend 2 Another" bi-weekly newsletter and founder of the website of the same name. Visit http://www.cynroberts.com to find creative tips, articles, and a free e-cooking book. Subscribe to the newsletter and receive the free e-course "Taming the Monster Grocery Bill".
